Medical Coding/Billing Specialist Job in Saint Paul, Minnesota

Minnesota Epilepsy Group is the largest and most comprehensive adult and pediatric epilepsy program in the Midwest. As a regional referral facility, we are the recognized leader in treating epilepsy and other seizure-related conditions in infants to the elderly. We are a national, state-of-the-art, Level 4 epilepsy center committed to enhancing each patient's quality of life and maximizing seizure control. We are seeking a detail-oriented, organized medical coder/biller to join our team. In this position, you will play a key role in accurately coding and billing healthcare claims in order to obtain reimbursement from insurance companies and government healthcare programs. Medical Coder/Biller Duties and Responsibilities • Reviews medical record documentation to identify all services provided by physicians • Report missing or incomplete documentation • Assign appropriate procedure codes and modifiers to accurately report the physician services provided to patients • Assign appropriate diagnosis codes to accurately support the need for each physician service • Accurate claim entry and submission • Post payments to patient accounts • Process insurance or patient refunds • AR aging and collection activities • Resolve billing issues identified by insurance payers and patients • Investigate and resolve payment denials and process appeals in a timely manner • Serve as a resource regarding insurance resolutions and coding questions • Work with the registration department to ensure proper information is received for claims processing • Follows coding guidelines and legal requirements to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations • Performs additional duties assigned Medical Coder/Biller Requirements and Qualifications • High school degree or equivalent; Bachelor’s or Associates degree in related field a plus • Medical Coding Certificate; CPC by AAPC and/or RHIT • Maintain coding certification and attends/completes training as required • Two (2) years of medical coding & billing experience • Experience with insurance terminology, products, notices and explanation of reasons for payment, adjustment, denial and/or uncovered charges of a medical claim • Understanding of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology • Ability to work independently or as an active member of a team • Strong computer skills as it relates to data entry, utilizing insurance applications/websites, Microsoft Office Suite and electronic medical record software, preferably eClinicalWorks (eCW) • Detail-orientated • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Ability to evaluate processes and make suggestions for improvement This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time. Minnesota Epilepsy Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Job Type: Full-time Please submit resume to Linda Hawkinson Senior Accountant / Business Office Manager lhawkinson@mnepilepsy.net

Linda Hawkinson Senior Accountant/Business Office Manager lhawkinson@mnepilepsy.net